Nurse (LVN/LPT) (Full-Time) (AM Shift) (Santa Ana, CA)

Schedule: Sunday – Thursday – 7:30am – 4pm. Reporting to the Nurse Manager, the Nurse is responsible for coordinating and arranging all medical services for a Phoenix House program. Essential Duties And Responsibilities Arranges and assists in the provision of on-site medical services conducted by the consulting physician. Arranges off-site medical services as needed. Prepares and maintains all medical records. Responsible for overseeing and the implementing self-administration of medication. Provides client/patient care in accordance with program and individual treatment plans, which includes: Oversees daily routines, including hygiene, dressing, meetings, and any other responsibilities as assigned by the Senior Nurse or Nurse Manager. Monitors and reports the behaviors of clients/patients. Ensures the safety of program participants. Creates opportunities for and teaches general life skills in the areas of health, fitness, and nutrition. Maintains overall confidentiality records. Responsible for ordering and maintaining medical supplies and all facility first aid equipment and supplies. Responsible for maintaining medical office and for ensuring all medicines are safely and securely stored. Arranges for additional medical services or health seminars both on and off-site, as needed. Administer tuberculosis test to clients as indicated by Phoenix House procedures. Maintain all required reporting functions and assure 100% completion of all paperwork. Ensures compliance with local, state, and federal confidentiality laws and regulations. Attends all required staff training sessions in accordance with Phoenix House and state licensing requirements and completes all training on time. Attends and participates in program and all staff meetings. Adheres to and promotes the Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values while acting as a role model for others. Other duties as assigned. Education/Experience/Credentials

LVN, LPT

Must maintain a valid credential (if required for your position) during your employment. Must obtain TB test clearance and update on a yearly basis. Knowledge, Skills, And Abilities Demonstrated commitment and adherence to Phoenix House Mission, Vision, and Values: I CARE For– Integrity, Collaboration Appreciation, Respect, Excellence, and Forward-Thinking. Proficiency in MS Office systems. Ability to utilize an electronic healthcare record. Establish and maintain effective working relationships with others. Communicate effectively with others both orally and in writing. Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced changing environment. Ability to establish and consistently enforce appropriate boundaries with patients. Ability to model positive behavior and demeanor. Understanding of addiction, co-occurring models, and treatment modalities. Understanding of patient development and family systems. Excellent time management and organizational skills. Ability to be flexible, problem solver, self-directed, customer service-oriented, and collaborative. Skills and ability to engage and develop a rapport with patients and families of various backgrounds. Bilingual in Spanish preferred. Mental Demands Ability to actively engage with clients in a substance abuse and mental health treatment environment; Stress tolerance; working in rural and/or urban environments, participating in client treatment outcomes. Memory and learning; ability to maintain in a constantly changing environment. Emotional intelligence; includes crisis intervention. Work environment: travel may be required (varies by location), in-office work. Physical Demands Ability to lift and move object as much as 25 pounds with or without assistance, can require extended periods of sitting, standing, walking, or being on your feet especially in the clinical and residential settings. May need to participate in outdoor or recreational activities with clients. Occasional repetitive tasks. Ability to conduct First Aid and CPR in the event of an emergency. Required to undergo regular health screenings such as but not limited to TB test, Covid testing, vaccinations, etc. #J-18808-Ljbffr Phoenix Houses of California